Those familiar with Money Mark's funky, retro-keyboard dabbling might not initially notice the new direction hinted at in the title of his latest, third album. But rest assured, a second listen to "Change Is Coming" reveals subtle enhancements to his signature deep grooves and smooth vibes, making it Money Mark's most solid work to date.
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Money Mark (aka Mark Ramos-Nishita), a one-time carpenter, went from mending The Beastie Boys' fences to helping them bring the house down. You can hear him at work polishing the trio's abrasive hip-hop with slick, jazzy interludes on every Beasties release since 1992's "Check Your Head."